깊어지다
When something '깊어진다', it means it's getting deeper. Think about a swimming pool; if the water '깊어져요', it means the depth of the water is increasing. It can also be used for feelings or relationships. If a friendship '깊어져요', it means the friendship is becoming stronger or more profound. So, '깊어지다' is about something becoming more intense or profound, whether it's a physical depth or an abstract one.
§ Understanding 깊어지다 (gipeojida)
- Korean Word
- 깊어지다
- Pronunciation
- [기퍼지다]
- Part of Speech
- Verb
- CEFR Level
- A2
- Definition
- To become deep or increase in depth. This can refer to physical depth or an abstract concept becoming more intense, serious, or profound.
The verb 깊어지다 is made of two parts: 깊다 (deep) and -어지다 (a grammatical ending meaning 'to become' or 'to get'). So, literally, it means 'to become deep'. It's a useful word because it applies to many situations, not just physical depth.
§ Where you actually hear this word — work, school, news
You'll hear 깊어지다 quite often in daily conversations, news reports, and even in more formal settings. Here are some common contexts:
Physical Depth: This is the most straightforward use. Think about a hole getting deeper, or water in a river becoming deeper.
겨울이 되면서 강물이 점점 깊어지고 있다.
- Translation Hint
- As winter comes, the river water is gradually becoming deeper.
Relationships/Emotions: This is a very common figurative use. When a relationship becomes more serious, or feelings become stronger, 깊어지다 is the word you'll hear. It can also describe emotions like sadness or understanding becoming more profound.
두 사람의 우정이 점점 깊어지고 있어요.
- Translation Hint
- The friendship between the two people is becoming deeper (growing stronger).
슬픔이 깊어질수록 마음이 아팠어요.
- Translation Hint
- The deeper the sadness became, the more my heart hurt.
Discussions/Problems/Situations: When a topic of discussion becomes more complex, or a problem becomes more serious, 깊어지다 is often used. It shows an increase in intensity or seriousness.
논의가 깊어지면서 새로운 아이디어가 나왔다.
- Translation Hint
- As the discussion deepened (became more profound), new ideas emerged.
경제 위기가 더 깊어질 수 있다고 예상됩니다.
- Translation Hint
- It is expected that the economic crisis could become deeper (worsen).
Seasons/Time: You might also hear 깊어지다 when talking about seasons advancing, like 'autumn getting deeper' or 'night getting deeper'. This implies a sense of progression and intensity.
가을밤이 깊어질수록 기온이 내려갔다.
- Translation Hint
- As the autumn night became deeper (advanced), the temperature dropped.
§ Practical Tips for Using 깊어지다
By understanding these contexts, you can confidently use and recognize 깊어지다 in a variety of situations, making your Korean sound more natural and sophisticated.
ज़रूरी व्याकरण
Can be used with words related to abstract concepts to mean they are becoming more profound or serious.
사랑이 깊어지다 (sarangi gipeojida) - Love deepens.
Often used to describe relationships becoming closer.
우정이 깊어지다 (ujeongi gipeojida) - Friendship becomes deeper.
Can be used to describe seasons changing and becoming more intense (e.g., winter getting colder).
가을이 깊어지다 (gaeuri gipeojida) - Autumn deepens (meaning it gets colder/more autumnal).
Used with emotions to indicate they are becoming stronger or more intense.
생각이 깊어지다 (saenggagi gipeojida) - Thoughts deepen (meaning one thinks more profoundly).
This verb is often used to describe a process of change or intensification, meaning something wasn't deep and is now becoming deep.
밤이 깊어지다 (bami gipeojida) - The night deepens (meaning it gets later into the night).
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
대화가 깊어지면서 우리는 서로의 생각과 감정을 더 잘 이해하게 되었다.
As the conversation deepened, we came to understand each other's thoughts and feelings better.
가을이 깊어지면 단풍이 아름답게 물든다.
When autumn deepens, the autumn leaves turn beautifully.
두 사람의 관계는 시간이 지날수록 더욱 깊어졌다.
Their relationship became even deeper as time passed.
밤이 깊어지자 도시의 불빛은 더욱 밝게 빛났다.
As the night deepened, the city lights shone even brighter.
산 속으로 들어갈수록 숲은 더욱 깊어졌다.
As we went deeper into the mountains, the forest became even denser (deeper).
그의 눈빛은 무언가 깊은 고민을 담고 있는 듯했다.
His eyes seemed to contain some deep concern (his gaze deepened).
연구가 깊어질수록 새로운 사실들이 밝혀졌다.
As the research deepened, new facts were revealed.
우리 팀의 협력은 이 프로젝트를 통해 더욱 깊어졌다.
Our team's collaboration deepened through this project.
व्याकरण पैटर्न
वाक्य संरचनाएँ
[명사]이/가 깊어지다
강물이 깊어져요. (The river water gets deep.)
[명사]이/가 점점 깊어지다
밤이 점점 깊어져요. (The night gradually deepens.)
[명사]이/가 깊어진다
고민이 깊어진다. (Worries deepen.)
[명사]이/가 깊어져서 [결과]
관계가 깊어져서 서로를 더 잘 이해하게 됐어요. (As the relationship deepened, we understood each other better.)
[시간]이/가 깊어지다
시간이 깊어지면 생각도 많아져요. (As time goes on, thoughts also increase.)
[동사]아/어지다 + 깊어지다
이해력이 깊어지다. (Understanding deepens.)
[명사]의 깊이가 깊어지다
연구의 깊이가 깊어졌어요. (The depth of the research deepened.)
[명사]이/가 깊어지는 [현상/상황]
사고가 깊어지는 과정. (The process of thoughts deepening.)
शब्द परिवार
संज्ञा
क्रिया
विशेषण
सुझाव
Basic Meaning of 깊어지다
The core meaning of 깊어지다 is to become deep. Think of a hole or a body of water getting deeper.
Beyond Physical Depth
While it means physical depth, it's very commonly used metaphorically. For example, a relationship getting deeper.
Use with Emotions and Feelings
You can use 깊어지다 to describe emotions becoming more intense, like sadness deepening or love growing deeper.
Practice with Simple Sentences
Start with easy sentences. Try '강물이 깊어지다' (The river becomes deeper) or '밤이 깊어지다' (The night gets deeper/later).
Relate to English Concepts
Think of English phrases like 'the plot thickens' or 'their bond grew stronger.' These often use a similar idea of increasing intensity or depth.
Pay Attention to Context
The exact nuance of 깊어지다 depends heavily on the noun it's used with. Always consider the surrounding words.
Listen for Common Collocations
Listen to native speakers. You'll often hear it with words like 관계 (relationship), 밤 (night), or 생각 (thoughts). These are good phrases to memorize together.
Contrast with Shallow/Light
To understand 깊어지다 better, contrast it with its opposite: 얕아지다 (to become shallow) or 가벼워지다 (to become light). This helps solidify the meaning of increasing depth/intensity.
Focus on the 'Become' Aspect
The -아지다 ending indicates a change in state, so 깊어지다 specifically means 'to become deep' or 'to get deeper', not just 'to be deep'.
Review Regularly
Like any new vocabulary, review 깊어지다 periodically. Use flashcards or try to incorporate it into your own Korean sentences to ensure you retain it.
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वास्तविक संदर्भ
Describing deepening relationships
- 우리의 관계가 깊어지고 있어요. (Our relationship is deepening.)
- 친구 사이가 깊어졌어요. (Our friendship deepened.)
- 사랑이 점점 깊어지네요. (Love is getting deeper and deeper.)
Talking about a situation becoming more serious or intense
- 문제가 깊어지고 있습니다. (The problem is deepening/getting more serious.)
- 갈등이 깊어졌어요. (The conflict deepened.)
- 밤이 깊어지면 위험해요. (It's dangerous when the night gets deeper/later.)
Discussing things that are becoming more profound or intricate
- 생각이 깊어지다. (To think more deeply.)
- 지식이 깊어지다. (To gain deeper knowledge.)
- 색깔이 깊어지다. (The color is deepening/getting richer.)
Referring to an emotional state becoming more profound
- 슬픔이 깊어졌다. (Sadness deepened.)
- 걱정이 깊어지다. (Worries deepen.)
- 감정이 깊어지다. (Emotions deepen.)
Speaking about the weather or seasons changing
- 가을이 깊어지다. (Autumn is deepening.)
- 밤이 깊어지다. (The night is deepening/getting later.)
- 어둠이 깊어지다. (The darkness deepens.)
बातचीत की शुरुआत
"요즘 관계가 깊어지고 있는 사람이 있나요? (Is there anyone whose relationship with you is deepening these days?)"
"어떤 문제가 깊어지고 있다고 생각하세요? (What kind of problem do you think is deepening?)"
"가을이 깊어질수록 무엇을 하고 싶으세요? (What do you want to do as autumn deepens?)"
"어떤 주제에 대해 깊이 생각하는 것을 좋아하세요? (What topic do you like to think deeply about?)"
"최근에 어떤 감정이 깊어졌나요? (What emotion has deepened recently?)"
डायरी विषय
최근 당신의 인간관계 중 가장 '깊어지고 있는' 관계는 무엇이며, 그 이유는 무엇인가요? (Which of your relationships is 'deepening' the most recently, and why?)
인생에서 '깊어지고 있다'고 느끼는 문제는 무엇이며, 어떻게 해결하고 싶은가요? (What problem in your life do you feel is 'deepening', and how do you want to solve it?)
자신이 '깊어지고 있다'고 느끼는 감정은 무엇이며, 그 감정이 당신에게 어떤 영향을 미치나요? (What emotion do you feel is 'deepening' within you, and how does that emotion affect you?)
당신이 가장 깊이 이해하고 싶은 주제는 무엇이며, 어떻게 그 지식을 '깊어지게' 할 수 있을까요? (What topic do you most want to understand deeply, and how can you 'deepen' that knowledge?)
밤이 깊어질 때 당신은 주로 무엇을 하나요? 그 시간은 당신에게 어떤 의미인가요? (What do you usually do when the night deepens? What does that time mean to you?)
खुद को परखो 24 सवाल
날씨가 추워지면 강물이 더 ___.
When the weather gets colder, the river water becomes deeper. '깊어지다' means to become deep.
우정은 시간이 지날수록 더 ___.
Friendship becomes deeper as time passes. '깊어지다' can also mean to deepen emotionally.
바닷물이 더 ___면 잠수하기 어려워요.
If the sea water becomes deeper, it's harder to dive. '깊어지면' is the conditional form of '깊어지다'.
책을 읽을수록 이해가 더 ___.
As you read the book, your understanding deepens. '깊어지다' can refer to understanding becoming more profound.
숲으로 들어갈수록 길이 더 ___.
As you go deeper into the forest, the path becomes deeper/more secluded. '깊어지다' can mean to go further into something.
밤이 ___면 별이 더 잘 보여요.
As the night deepens, stars are seen better. '밤이 깊어지다' is a common expression meaning 'as night falls deeper'.
The sea becomes deep.
Our friendship deepened.
The night is getting deeper.
Read this aloud:
강물이 깊어져요.
Focus: 깊어져요 (gip-eo-jeo-yo)
तुमने कहा:
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Read this aloud:
어둠이 깊어집니다.
Focus: 깊어집니다 (gip-eo-jim-ni-da)
तुमने कहा:
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Read this aloud:
산이 깊어졌습니다.
Focus: 깊어졌습니다 (gip-eo-jeot-seum-ni-da)
तुमने कहा:
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Choose the most natural sentence using '깊어지다' for a situation where a friendship is becoming stronger.
'깊어지다' is often used metaphorically to describe relationships or feelings becoming stronger or more profound. '높아지다' means to become higher, '넓어지다' means to become wider, and '얕아지다' means to become shallower.
Which sentence correctly uses '깊어지다' to describe the deepening of a problem?
'깊어지다' can refer to a problem becoming more serious or intricate. '밝아지다' means to become brighter, '가벼워지다' means to become lighter, and '작아지다' means to become smaller.
Select the sentence that uses '깊어지다' correctly to describe the deepening of a color.
'깊어지다' can describe a color becoming more intense or darker. '옅어지다' means to become lighter/fader, '사라지다' means to disappear, and '밝아지다' means to become brighter.
You can use '깊어지다' to say that the night is getting darker.
'밤이 깊어지다' is a common expression meaning 'the night deepens' or 'the night gets darker/later'.
It is incorrect to use '깊어지다' when talking about a person's understanding becoming more profound.
You can absolutely use '깊어지다' in this context, as in '이해력이 깊어지다' (understanding deepens).
When a river gets wider, you can use '강이 깊어지다' to describe it.
'깊어지다' refers to increasing depth, not width. For width, you would use '넓어지다'.
두 사람의 관계는 시간이 흐를수록 _________ 갔다.
'깊어지다'는 관계나 감정 등이 더 깊어지고 돈독해지는 것을 의미합니다.
그의 고민은 날이 갈수록 _________ 해결하기 어려웠다.
고민이 '깊어지다'는 것은 문제의 심각성이 증가한다는 의미입니다.
겨울이 _________ 산 정상에는 눈이 쌓이기 시작했다.
계절이 '깊어지다'는 것은 그 계절이 절정에 달하거나 더 진행된다는 뜻입니다.
'밤이 깊어지다'는 표현은 밤이 늦어지고 있다는 의미이다.
'밤이 깊어지다'는 시간이 늦어져 밤이 한창 진행되고 있음을 뜻합니다.
친구가 '깊어지다'고 말하는 것은 그 친구의 키가 커졌다는 의미이다.
'깊어지다'는 물리적인 깊이 외에도 관계, 감정, 시간의 진행 등에 사용되며, 사람의 키와는 관련이 없습니다.
강물의 수심이 깊어졌다는 것은 '강물이 깊어졌다'고 표현할 수 있다.
강물의 수심이 증가한 경우 '강물이 깊어졌다'는 정확한 표현입니다.
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Basic Meaning of 깊어지다
The core meaning of 깊어지다 is to become deep. Think of a hole or a body of water getting deeper.
Beyond Physical Depth
While it means physical depth, it's very commonly used metaphorically. For example, a relationship getting deeper.
Use with Emotions and Feelings
You can use 깊어지다 to describe emotions becoming more intense, like sadness deepening or love growing deeper.
Practice with Simple Sentences
Start with easy sentences. Try '강물이 깊어지다' (The river becomes deeper) or '밤이 깊어지다' (The night gets deeper/later).
संबंधित सामग्री
nature के और शब्द
~에 대한
A2About, regarding; indicating the topic or subject.
~게
A2Suffix to turn adjectives or verbs into adverbs.
공기
A1Air, atmosphere.
몽땅
B1All of it, entirely, completely.
온갖
B1All sorts of, every kind of.
~을/를 따라서
A2Along; indicating movement or position parallel to something.
동물
A1animal
개미
A1A small insect typically living in large colonies.
주위에
A2Surrounding something or someone; around.
그대로
A2Without changing; as it is.